Angular core version 7.1.0 represents an incremental update over its predecessor, version 7.0.4, offering refinements and improvements to the foundational framework. Both versions share the same core dependencies on tslib for TypeScript helper functions, and peer dependencies on rxjs for reactive programming and zone.js for change detection. This consistency ensures a relatively smooth transition for developers upgrading between these releases.
Key differences lie in the package metadata. Version 7.1.0 exhibits a slight increase in fileCount within the distributed package (606 vs. 602) and a noticeable larger unpackedSize (19430121 bytes vs. 17933591 bytes). This growth likely indicates the inclusion of new features, bug fixes, or performance optimizations that contribute to the overall framework functionality.
The releaseDate marks a week difference between the two versions which indicates that developers migrating find bug fixes and incremental features as part of the newer version as well stability and performance improvements. While the provided data doesn't detail the specific code-level changes, developers can anticipate enhancements that build upon the existing capabilities of Angular 7. This might include, for instance, more efficient rendering techniques or enriched APIs for component interaction. Because of the nature of the fixes and release date some developers might also consider the newer version more secure considering the risk of exposure in the previous version. Therefore, developers should consult the official Angular changelog and release notes for a comprehensive understanding of the precise changes introduced in version 7.1.0.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 7.1.0 of the package
Cross site scripting in Angular
A vulnerability was found in Angular up to 11.0.4/11.1.0-next.2. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is the handling of comments. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely but it might require an authentication first. Upgrading to version 10.2.5, 11.0.5 or 11.1.0-next.3 is advised to to address this issue.
